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MJ56 OPA

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

164,361 mi
Last recorded164,361 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 OPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 164,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 163,417 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

centre exhaust box fouling transmission tunnel

offside rear tyre inner edge slightly worn

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 28 May 2025 163,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively vibrates badly on windscreen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively vibrates badly on windscreen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure severe cracking to the inner wall and shoulder and tyre has been run under-inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front brake pads fitted incorrectly but not unsafe or affecting braking

centre exhaust box fouling transmission tunnel

offside rear tyre inner edge slightly worn

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 19 Sep 2023 162,300 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 162,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 148,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 134,983 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and rear 195/65 R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 125,350 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 99,595 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 96,091 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 96,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 29 May 2013 86,293 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 86,293 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 73,481 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 51,952 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 44,125 miles

Front & rear brake disc corroded

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 40,737 miles

FRONT REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Oct 2009 40,737 miles

FRONT REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caddy?

Based on 2,354,923 MOT tests across 201,129 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,837
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
201,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,074
Registration plate lamp not working 26,465
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24,927
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,804
Stop lamp not working 20,654
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MJ56 OPA is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caddy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ56 OPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caddy typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MJ56 OPA registered?

MJ56 OPA is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 2 November 2006.

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